The Hockey Star’s Remorse

Chapter 146

The following day, we gathered at the gates of the Fitzgerald estate, anticipation hanging in the air like a heavy cloud. Scarlett had arranged for us to visit the property in person, a crucial step in the ongoing dispute over its ownership.

As we stood at the imposing gates, the towering ironwork adorned with intricate designs, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of awe. The estate maintained an air of grandeur that was undeniable, and its sheer size was a testament to the wealth that had once flowed through the Fitzgerald family’s veins.

Once their car pulled up, Stella emerged first, stepping out with an air of confidence that seemed to accompany her wherever she went. Timothy followed closely behind her, his expression blank as he glanced around the grandeur of the

property.

As they approached, the atmosphere grew increasingly charged. Once he saw me standing at the gate, Timothy frowned. My threat had undoubtedly left an impression, and I could see the unease in his eyes.

Stella, however, appeared unfazed. She offered a cold smile as she greeted us, her words dripping with insincerity. “Lovely to see you all again.”

Scarlett, always quick to assert herself, didn’t waste any time. She cut straight to the point, her tone laced with frustration. “Let’s not waste any more time, shall we?”

The lawyer, who had been walking behind them, nodded in agreement. “Let’s head inside.”

Scarlett approached the gate, her expression determined, and produced a key to unlock the entrance. The gates swung open with a creak, revealing a long, winding driveway lined with towering trees that led to the heart of the estate.

Stella stepped forward, her heels clicking on the cobblestone path. “I can’t wait to make some changes here when it’s finally mine,” she declared, her tone confident.

Scarlett’s reaction, however, was immediate, and her anger simmered just beneath the surface. “Changes? Stella, this is a historical property with a rich legacy. It’s not something you can simply alter to suit your tastes.”

The tension between the two sisters was impossible to ignore, and I couldn’t help but feel like an outsider caught in the crossfire. Stella’s determination to make the

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estate her own clashed with Scarlett’s reverence for its history and heritage.

As we made our way through the sprawling grounds, I couldn’t help but marvel at the beauty that surrounded us. The estate was a treasure trove of natural beauty, with meticulously manicured gardens, a pristine lake, and even a charming gazebo that seemed like something out of a fairytale.

Stella, however, remained focused on her vision for the property, her comments laced with a hint of disdain. “I’ll need to update the landscaping, of course. And the interior needs a complete overhaul.”

Scarlett’s patience wore thin, and she couldn’t hold back her frustration any longer. “You’re going to completely destroy the place!”

estate. I exchanged a knowing glance with Timothy, who was just as in the

sense of reverence for the history that was embedded in its walls. The grandeur of the mansion’s architecture, the intricate details of its furnishings, and

needs a modern touch. I’ll hire an interior designer to transform it into something more

you can’t simply erase the history of this place. It’s not just about you and Timothy; it’s about preserving the legacy

her hand as she turned in

The sun cast dappled shadows through the leaves, and the air was filled with the sweet scent of blooming flowers. As we strolled through this oasis of tranquility, the tension that had filled the

unexpected turn as we reached a picturesque gazebo by the edge of a tranquil

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want this place as the backdrop for our wedding,” she declared, her voice brimming

Stella’s sudden change in demeanor. Her earlier dismissive attitude toward the estate had given way

He frowned, his voice filled with

revealed her chosen date with a nonchalant air that sent shockwaves through my system. “I’ve

ignored, and I couldn’t help but feel a surge of anger and discomfort at the thought of my birthday being usurped for

didn’t want to wait too long and

little to ease my irritation. It may not have been intentional, but it left a sour taste in my mouth. I struggled to maintain my composure, my. voice laced with thinly veiled anger. “It’s just…December

on me. “That’s

their day at all, but it would taint mine. knowing that Timothy was taking Stella Fitzgerald’s hand

response was dismissive, her focus solely on her wedding plans. “Well, you can celebrate your

not,” Timothy interjected suddenly, causing everyone to pause. Stella paused just as she

mean?” she asked, her tone

continued, “We can’t do it that week. I’ll be too busy with….hockey. Yeah, it will be our final week of the season, and I don’t want to be

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scoffed. “Are you freaking serious? You’re prioritizing hockey over

behind her hand.

“Stella, there are

to me. She handed me a glare, then looked back at Timothy, and the calculated look that took over her

back toward the entrance. I’d been purposefully keeping my distance

with a strange mix of

and I hesitated for a moment. This seemed like. a test more than anything, and I feared her response to the truth. I glanced back at Timothy and our eyes meeting for a fleeting second before I answered,

as she leaned in closer, as if trying to uncover my deepest secrets. “No?

patience was wearing thin, and I couldn’t help but retort, “Love isn’t the only measure of a person’s

challenge, and I couldn’t help but feel a sense of discomfort at the way Timothy and I had inadvertently met each other’s gazes once more. I didn’t need the